SPEECH & LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST ASSISTANT (24-25SY)
Company: Lighthouse Community Charter School
Location: Oakland
Posted on: September 24, 2024
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Job Description:
The Organization
Lighthouse Community Public Schools
At Lighthouse Community Public Schools we are engaged in an
educational movement that goes beyond our classrooms working to
disrupt inequities by providing our students and families
exceptional educational opportunities every day. Grounded in our
core values of community, integrity, agency, love, and social
justice rooted in the Expeditionary Learning Education Model, LCPS
is a leader in fostering innovative schools achieving exceptional
student outcomes where each child is at the center of their own
learning. Our mission is to prepare diverse students for college, a
career of their choice, and to be lifelong changemakers. Founded in
2002, LCPS operates two high-achieving K-12 public charter
schools--Lighthouse and Lodestar--serving over 1,600 students in
East Oakland. Lighthouse is a beacon for public education and our
graduates fulfill the promise of a better, brighter Oakland.
Learn more at www.lighthousecharter.org.
The Opportunity
Speech and Language Pathologist Assistant (24-25SY)
Competencies and Qualifications
Lighthouse Community Charter School is looking for a Speech and
Language Pathologist Assistant who is relentlessly committed to
ensuring that traditionally underserved students achieve our
mission of completing college and securing the career of choice.
Lighthouse staff believe that this important mission is not only
attainable; it is essential to transforming our Oakland
community.
Roles and Responsibilities
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Address student's speech production, vocal production, and language
needs through speech therapy according to students' Individualized
Education Program (IEP)
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Plan and provide appropriate individual and group speech and
language therapy to students consistent with speech/language goals
under the direction of a state-licensed Speech-Language Pathologist
(SLP)
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Implement documented treatment plans or protocols developed by a
supervising SLP
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Assist with screenings and evaluations as directed by supervising
SLP
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Collect data and document student progress toward meeting
Individualized Education Plan (IEP) goals
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Prepares for use in the classroom therapy materials and such as
picture cards and games, and equipment, such as augmentative
communication devices.
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Implement behavior management techniques to encourage a positive
learning environment
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May participate in parent conferences and pupil instruction and
planning processes
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Performs a variety of clerical support duties such as maintaining
records, files and preparing reports related to assigned students
as well as providing appropriate documentation to the
interdisciplinary team
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Keep current on the latest development in the field of speech
therapy by attending professional seminars, reading current
literature and participating in professional organizations
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Other duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
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Associate's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology, Required
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Bachelor's Degree in Communicative Disorders or related field,
Preferred
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Valid California License in Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant
granted by the California Speech Language and Hearing Audiology
Board
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1+ year as a Speech and Language Pathologist Assistant, preferably
in a school setting
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Spanish fluency, Preferred
SUPERVISION
This position reports to: Speech and Language Pathologist
TIME COMMITMENT
This position is a full-time salaried exempt 10-month position that
follows the 190-day school year.
COMPENSATION
Commensurate with experience. Competitive benefits package and
generous time off and vacation policies.
TO APPLY
People of color and bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to
apply.
Interested candidates should submit:
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Resume
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Cover letter describing your interest in this position and why you
are an optimal fit
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4-5 references with Name, Email, Phone Number and Title/nature of
working relationship
Application submission screening and initial phone interviews will
be completed on a rolling basis. In-person interviews and
performance tasks will take place on-site.
Lighthouse Community Public Schools is an equal opportunity
employer committed to diversity at all levels.
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